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The United States and United Kingdom completed their military withdrawal from Iraq, ending the 12-year Operation Inherent Resolve mission. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi declared October 1 a Day of Sovereignty and Independence, while Kurdish leaders face security and political pressures.
Length of the U.S. military presence in Iraq
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he is reshaping the U.S. military through personnel changes, reduced diversity initiatives and greater emphasis on religious faith and a “warrior ethos.” He has also launched a religious affairs office and is accelerating autonomous weapons and other technologies.
The Defense Department officially recognizes 31 religious affiliations.